Killester College of Further Education, Dublin 5 is a centre of learning committed to providing courses, adult education and training of the highest quality.

As a College of the City of Dublin Education Training Board (CDETB), Killester College of Further Education strives to excel in responding to the educational and courses needs of the community in Dublin 5 and surrounding areas. Our courses and programmes we offer are learner-centred and provided in a friendly, inclusive and supportive environment. Killester College of Further Education won an Award for Excellence through Accessibility in 2011.

All courses at Killester College range from FETAC levels 4, to levels 5 and 6. They are accredited by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) They are qualifications in themselves but can also be used to progress onto Third Level. We welcome all ages from school leavers to Mature students.

We are situated 5 minutes from Killester Dart Station which is two stops from Connolly Station. PLC Grants; Back to Education Allowances; Vocational Training and Opportunities scheme (VTOS) are available.

For more information about courses, evening classes and adult education at Killester College of Further Education, contact us using the details below.

This part-time 2 year course will fully qualify students to work in a Childcare facility while also preparing them to continue on to a QQI level 6 qualification. Modules to covered can be discussed with the tutor on registration.

Beginners: Learn how to use the basic functions of a PC. Course includes basic Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Internet & E-mail. Improvers: Raise your level of proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and the use of the Internet for booking tickets and purchasing goods.

Beginners: Suitable for absolute beginners this course will give you the basics in the French language and culture. Improvers: Suitable for people with a basic knowledge of French this course will reinforce basic vocabulary and speaking French.

Discover exciting ways to trace your family history while also completing practical work, going through actual copies of records themselves and working on the computers to experience the research online. (Previous experience of using a computer is not a requirement).

Guitar – Beginners Topics include simple chords, one octave scales, strumming patterns and songs with simple chord progressions. Students will need their own guitar. Guitar – Improvers Topics include melodies, rifts, more strumming patterns and an introduction to more complex chords. Students will need their own guitar.

Beginners: This course if for total beginners. Topics include: introducing yourself, talking about family and hobbies, ordering in a caf and booking a hotel room. Improvers: A continuation of the beginners course topics will include: basic tenses and expanding your Italian vocabulary and further develop speaking Italian.

Learn to use your touchscreen device for searching the web, wifi , emailing, camera functions, online banking, social networking and a whole lot more! Free wifi is provided but students will need their own device.

Unlock the secrets of your camera as you explore a multitude of techniques in a friendly, jargon free atmosphere. Take your creativity to a new level with comprehensive photoshop tuition, project guidance and easy to follow exercises. Course suitable for beginners and improvers.

Beginners: This course is for total beginners Topics include: Counting, Introducing yourself, talking about family & hobbies, ordering in a caf and booking a hotel room. Improvers: A continuation of the beginners course topics will include: basic tenses, expanding your vocabulary and further develop speaking Spanish.

Beginners: Improve strength and flexibility in a relaxed atmosphere. Students are required to bring their own yoga mat. Improvers: Continuing on from the beginners class, you will work on furthering your flexibility and improving your breathing.